Fibre optic cable runs to your building, then existing copper cables within your building runs to your unit or apartment. There is no internal nbn equipment.

Good to know:

For 18 months after the nbn network is in your area, FTTB connections will co-exist with existing services that are yet to complete their switch to the nbn network. Once the co-existence period is over, you may notice an increase in speed and stability of your nbn network connection.

If you’re in an FTTB area and you want multiple providers for your phone and/or internet services, you’ll need to have a separate line installed for each service.

Fibre optic cable runs to central location (node) then uses existing copper lines to your home or business. There is no nbn equipment inside your house.

Good to know:

For 18 months after the nbn network is in your area, FTTN connections will co-exist with existing services that are yet to complete their switch to the nbn network. Once the co-existence period is over, you may notice an increase in speed and stability of your nbn network connection.

If you’re in an FTTN area and you want multiple providers for your phone and/or internet services, you’ll need to have a separate line installed for each service.